Gaya Airport

VEGY / GAY

Gaya, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
37°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
290°
4.5 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEGY 150830Z 29002KT 4500 HZ SCT018 FEW030CB BKN100 37/24 Q0999 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 380 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,180 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,380 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,380 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Gaya Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 4.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4.5 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 37°C (99°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Haze, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (380 ft)
Pressure Alt
808 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,539 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEGY 150500Z 1506/1612 29010KT 5000 HZ FEW100 TEMPO 1509/1513 2500 -TSRA SCT015 FEW030CB BKN090 BECMG 1514/1516 3500 BR HZ FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 1522/1524 2500 BR HZ BECMG 1602/1604 3500 BR HZ BECMG 1606/1608 5000 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
09:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
14:00Z BECMG
+6h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Mist, Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EGY
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
7,500 ft 148 ft ASP 103°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEGY

7,377 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
20.1%
IFR
57.9%
LIFR
22%

Gaya Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 79.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 36.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 36.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
5.3%
E
8.8%
SE
2%
S
3.9%
SW
5.9%
W
17.3%
NW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 4°C to 43°C
4°C 43°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.8%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,377 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gaya Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEGY
IATA Code: GAY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 380 ft MSL

Location

City: Gaya
Country: IN
Latitude: 24.744301°
Longitude: 84.951202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gaya Airport

Overview

Gaya Airport (VEGY) is a medium-sized airport located in Gaya, India, serving the local region at an elevation of 380 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 24.744301, 84.951202, the airport features a single runway 10/28 with a 7,500-foot asphalt surface, capable of supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly challenging instrument meteorological conditions, with 60% IFR and 34.9% LIFR conditions reported in historical observations. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 34°C, with an average of 20.8°C, and significant fog occurrence at 19.6%. Pilots can expect the most favorable visual flight conditions during January, September, and October.

Notable Features

Winds at Gaya Airport are predominantly from the northwest (315°) with an average speed of 4.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. The airport records calm wind conditions 45.2% of the time, which can impact approach and departure strategies. The surrounding terrain and elevation may influence local wind patterns and turbulence.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of only 2.2 knots. This suggests consistent wind conditions that generally support straightforward approach and landing operations. Pilots should still prepare for potential instrument conditions and reduced visibility, particularly during periods with higher fog probability.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.